KMAN Publication Inc. International Journal of Sport Studies for Health 2588-5782 9 Serial Number 26 2026 07 01 Gentle Gymnastics and Perceived Psychophysical Well-Being in Adults and Older Adults: An Exploratory Observational Study Gentle Gymnastics and Perceived Psychophysical Well-Being in Adults and Older Adults: An Exploratory Observational Study 1 10 10.61838/kman.intjssh.5523 EN Journal Article 2026 03 20 <p><strong>Objective:</strong>  This study aimed to explore the associations between age, duration, and frequency of participation in gentle gymnastics and the perceived psychophysical benefits in an adult and older population.</p> <p><strong>Methods and Materials: </strong>A cross-sectional observational study was conducted on a sample of adults and older adults aged 40 years and older engaged in gentle gymnastics. Data were collected using an ad hoc, non-validated self-report questionnaire assessing demographic characteristics, exercise practice patterns, and perceived physical and psychological benefits.</p> <p><strong>Findings: </strong>Eighty participants were included in the study. Overall, participants reported high levels of perceived psychological well-being, with 93.7% reporting improved mood after sessions and 92.5% reporting high overall satisfaction. Seventy-five percent of participants reported perceived improvements in sleep quality, while 90.1% reported a positive influence of physical activity on stress levels. Age was significantly and negatively associated with perceived improvements in sleep quality (ρ = −0.37; <em>p</em> &lt; .001), mood (ρ = −0.36; <em>p</em> &lt; .001), and fatigue reduction (ρ = −0.29; <em>p</em> = .010). No significant associations were found between age or weekly frequency of practice and most perceived physical capacities. However, practice duration showed a weak positive association with perceived physical endurance (ρ = 0.28; <em>p</em> = .011). A significant association was observed between initial motivation and the type of activity practiced (χ² (1) = 13.47; <em>p</em> &lt; .001; φ = 0.41).</p> <p><strong>Conclusion:</strong> Gentle gymnastics was perceived by participants as mainly associated with psychological and general well-being benefits rather than marked improvements in perceived physical capacities. These findings highlight the importance of individualized and adapted physical activity programs in promoting psychophysical well-being and quality of life among adult and older populations.</p> https://journals.kmanpub.com/index.php/Intjssh/article/download/5523/11191